Administrative Skills, Calendar Management, Case Management, Communication Skills, Community and Social Services, Copying Machines, Cost Control, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Drug Therapy, Fax Machines, Maintain Compliance, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Improvement, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Record Keeping, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Special Needs, Substance Abuse, Test Requirements, Time Management, Treatment Plan, Writing Skills
SUMMARY:
The Recovery Court Specialist provides case management, coordination, and administrative support for participants enrolled in a Recovery Court program. This position serves as a liaison between the court, treatment providers, community agencies, probation officers, attorneys, and participants to support recovery, accountability, and successful program completion. The Recovery Court Specialist monitors participant compliance, maintains accurate records, facilitates communication among stakeholders, and assists in implementing evidence-based practices that promote recovery and reduce recidivism.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Education: High School Diploma/GED Required
Licensure: N/A
Certification: N/A
Experience: At least one year of experience providing services for individuals with substance abuse and mental health issues. Prior experience working with court systems is preferred.
Knowledge/Skills: Verbal/written communication skills. Ability to maintain composure in difficult situations. Ability to safely operate motor vehicle.
EQUIPMENT:
Computer, fax, copier and any other equipment required to perform the functions of the position.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conduct participant intake, orientation, and assessment processes.
- Maintain comprehensive and confidential participant case files and court records.
- Monitor participant compliance with court-ordered treatment plans, drug testing requirements, program attendance, and other recovery milestones.
- Coordinate services with treatment providers, probation officers, social service agencies, employers, and other community partners.
- Prepare case summaries, reports, and recommendations for court staff and the recovery court team.
- Attend staff meetings and court sessions, providing updates on participant progress and compliance.
- Track participant outcomes and maintain program data for reporting and evaluation purposes.
- Assist participants in accessing community resources.
- Schedule appointments, meetings, drug screenings, and other program-related activities.
- Administer urinary drug screens to participants according to the Recovery Court Guidelines.
- Support the implementation of evidence-based practices and recovery-oriented services.
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and confidentiality requirements.
- Participate in training and professional development activities related to treatment courts, substance use disorders, mental health, and case management.
- Participate in activities to promote the referrals to the Recovery Court Proram.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Although each position has its own unique duties and responsibilities, the following listing applies to every employee. All employees of the organization are expected to:
- Support the organization's mission, vision, and values of excellence and competence, collaboration, innovation, commitment to our community, and accountability and ownership.
- Exercise necessary cost control measures.
- Maintain positive internal and external customer service relationships.
- Demonstrate effective communication skills by conveying necessary information accurately, listening effectively and asking questions when clarification is needed.
- Plan and organize work effectively and ensure its completion.
- Demonstrate reliability by arriving to work on time and utilizing effective time management.
- Meet all productivity requirements.
- Demonstrate team behavior and must be willing to promote a team-oriented environment.
- Represent the organization professionally at all times.
- Demonstrate initiative and strive to continually improve processes and relationships.
- Follow all Frontier Health rules, policies and procedures as well as any applicable laws and standards.
This is to acknowledge receipt of my job description as referenced above. I understand that this description does not constitute an employment contract and is subject to change at any time at the sole and absolute discretion of Frontier Health.
Frontier Health is a Trauma-Informed Workplace.
At Frontier Health, we prioritize a culture of safety, trust, support, and inclusion. As a trauma-informed workplace, we foster a supportive environment where every employee is valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.